Auckland to San Francisco Flights
Flights from Auckland (AKL) to San Francisco (SFO) connect New Zealand and United States. The great-circle distance is approximately 10,509 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 14 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include AKL and SFO, OAK, SJC. The reverse route is San Francisco to Auckland. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Auckland, New Zealand
- Destination
- San Francisco, United States
- Distance
- 10,509 km
- Typical duration
- about 14 hours
- Origin codes
- AKL
- Destination codes
- SFO, OAK, SJC
- Primary keyword
- flights from Auckland to San Francisco
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Route overview
Auckland to San Francisco is a city-pair air route between New Zealand and United States. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are AKL and SFO. Related codes: AKL → SFO, OAK, SJC.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 10,509 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 14 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Auckland airports and metro codes: AKL.
San Francisco airports and metro codes: SFO, OAK, SJC.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route San Francisco to Auckland, other destinations from Auckland, and other origins into San Francisco.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Auckland to San Francisco?
Direct flights from Auckland to San Francisco typically take about 14 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Auckland to San Francisco?
The great-circle distance between Auckland and San Francisco is approximately 10,509 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Auckland to San Francisco?
Auckland is commonly searched with code AKL (related: AKL). San Francisco is commonly searched with code SFO (related: SFO, OAK, SJC).
Are there direct flights from Auckland to San Francisco?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from San Francisco to Auckland?
The reverse city pair is San Francisco to Auckland. Distance is the same great-circle measure (10,509 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Auckland to San Francisco route connect?
This route connects New Zealand (Auckland) with United States (San Francisco).